Marcus Rashford reportedly dating ex-Love Island star amid United struggles

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has reportedly found romance amidst his struggles on the pitch.

According to The Sun on Sunday, the Red Devils no.10 has been secretly dating 25-year-old model and former Love Island contestant Grace Rosà Jackson for several months.

Grace, who hails from Walkden, Manchester, shot to fame on the hit reality show last summer, where she briefly coupled up with Towie star Joey Essex.

Notably, her connection with Joey dates back even further, with reports of a holiday romance preceding their time in the villa.

Now, Grace has captured the attention of Rashford, and the pair are reportedly inseparable.

A source close to the duo revealed as per the aforementioned outlet:

“Marcus and Grace have been quietly spending time together and he has whisked her on numerous dates around Cheshire. They get on really well and have lots in common.”

The romance follows Rashford’s split from long-term girlfriend Lucia Loi in 2023.

The 27-year-old forward, currently battling form issues at Manchester United, appears to have found solace in his budding relationship with Grace.

Grace, who transitioned from a shop worker to a prominent influencer, has been riding high on her post-Love Island fame.

With over 594,000 Instagram followers, she recently signed a lucrative six-figure deal with the fashion and footwear brand EGO, cementing her place as a rising star in the influencer space.

Fans are eager to see how the blossoming romance unfolds for Rashford, who is set to face Everton at Old Trafford today.

Eagle-eyed fans also noticed that Grace also follows Rashford’s elder brother on her verified Instagram page.

As the insider put it, the pair are reportedly “smitten,” offering a glimpse of hope for the embattled footballer off the pitch.